Episode #18 Connemara Equestrian Escapes

A 6th generation poitín distiller from Connemara. This family have been producing poitín here on the shores of Galway Bay for over 170 years. Micil Distillery is the first legal distillery in Galway in over 100 years.

Horseback trail riding, equine wellness assisted breaks, adult training camps. Lots to discover and experience with Cait and her Connemara ponies at her farm in moycullen. We hear about Caits equine escapes that take you across Connemara on horse back these escapes are perfectly balanced with experiencing Connemara, its local produce and meeting the local farmers.

The Horses Connect program offers a range of themed equine-assisted Professional Development (EAPD) modules to help groups or individuals within a company to tackle challenges in a unique and powerful way by working through them in the company of horses.

The Aran Islands offer visitors a glimpse into a way of life that has long since disappeared from most of the world. Getting there is an experience in itself. We hear about the new route launched by Aran Island Ferries from Galway City June 2021 with a stop to view the Cliffs of Moher.

Galway Bay Boat Tours is a family run business specialising in tailored boat tours on Galway Bay for small groups. Join Irish fisherman Ciaran Oliver, one of the last surviving lobster and shrimp commercial fishing families in County Galway. Ciaran talks about restoring the iconic Galway hooker boats and the docklands experience including his lobster safari.

One of the highlights of the Irish Calendar a trip to the Galway races is not to be missed, high stakes and high fashion. The first race was held in 1869 this is a fun experience and a great day out. The races are held over 7 days. Ample corporate hospitality opportunities with the latest addition of a champagne bar. Learn all about the race festival here and plans for the future.

Set in mature woodlands 15 min from the city over 70 obstacles & one of Ireland's highest aerial, woodland trekking & ziplining courses. But there is so much more to this park its bursting with cool activities from Bush survival skills to forest Yoga with a state of the art challenge rooms coming in 2021.

Brian can take you on a discovery walking tour of Galway talking about its horrid history and finishing with a fireside tour of O’Connor’s famous Pub ! Brian is also a fantastic story teller and in this episode he tells us not only a story but sings a little song too.

Experience Gaelic Games is the term given to a range of indigenous Irish sports and pastimes. Deeply embedded in our culture and played throughout Ireland by all. Founded in 2009 Cormac and his better half as he says himself set up Experience Gaelic Games out of pure passion to share this large part of our culture. This is a unique immersive and cultural experience that’s lots of fun and is a winner of any programme.

Owner Clare has over 20 years’ experience in the outdoor industry. There is something to suit every team no matter the fitness ability, age, or previous adventure experience. Clare tells us about some of her favourite group events and fills us in on what coasteering is. Activities are hosted in some of the most stunning locations in the wildness of connemara.